Student ran out of height while following his flight plan and was unable to make the landing area. He did not respond to radio commands. Student landed on roof.

Minor Injuries:Pelvis

29 Jun 2012

Male

50

Pilot

PlanfaitFrance

5-10 Km/hStrong

ParagliderFoot

NiviukTakoo 2

On final approach to landing field Pilot flew into strong thermal. Glider was lifted and tipped back. On recovery, glider dived forward and swung pilot and passenger into tree. They fell 6m from tree.

PilotSeriously Injured:Hands, Arms, Shoulder

PassengerSeriously Injured:Lumbar Spine

25 Jun 2012

Male

41

AP

Mt CaburnUnited Kingdom

25-30 Km/hLight Turbulence

ParagliderFoot

AxisSirius

Immediately after launching the pilot discovered the cord from his vario was caught over the spreader bars forcing them together. Pilot was eventually able to release the cord with some difficulty and continued flight.